Your exam entry permit will be available to download 2 weeks before the exam session starts. It is your responsibility to download and print the permit, and to take it with you to your exam.
The permit will: allow you entrance to the exam hall, confirm your exam booking, give you your candidate number and provide other important information.

Proof of identity

You also need to bring photographic proof of identity with you to your exam. Suitable examples are a current passport, driving licence or identity card. This will be checked by the invigilator during the exam.

Exam start times

At some centres the exam start times are varied, due to the centre's local requirements. The time shown on your exam permit is the local start time at your centre, but make sure that you check the Exam news and updates page to see whether a late change has been notified at your centre.Check the exam start time changes

Smartwatches are not to be used during the exams. All other types of analogue and digital watches are allowed, but you will need to place your watch on your desk at the start of the exam. Clocks will be available in all exam rooms.

Mobile phones

Mobile phones are not permitted on your person in the exam room. They must be switched off, and left in your bag with your other personal belongings.

If you have any general comments about the exam centre where you sat, please complete an exam comments form, and return this to us within three weeks of the exams taking place. These comments will then help us to improve our services to all students.Download the form